Bilingual Public Engagement Officer (term)

Are you enthusiastic about supporting and expanding a network of volunteer advocates across Canada who are committed to action and advocacy in pursuit of a world without poverty? Are you passionate about working with volunteers – interested in what motivates them, why they act, and how to communicate with them? Are you committed to community organizing and supporting people’s ability to make change happen? 

Whether it’s writing letters to the editor, using social media, or engaging with parliamentarians, our passionate volunteers generate the political will needed to positively impact people living in extreme poverty globally. 

Results Canada is seeking a bilingual Public Engagement Officer (term) to support our volunteers and our mission to generate the political will to end poverty. Reporting to our Public Engagement Manager, you will support our network of volunteers, through direct liaison, communications, training, tracking, and community building. You will also support efforts to expand our volunteer base.  

Results Canada is a grassroots advocacy organization that believes in mobilizing everyday people to generate the political will to end extreme poverty. We combine the voices of our volunteers with strategic areas of focus to leverage resources for programs and improved policies that give people living in poverty the health, education and opportunity they need to thrive. 

Responsibilities  

• Volunteer Coordination Support 
• Onboarding new volunteers (e.g., prepare welcome packs, organize and facilitate onboarding sessions). 
• Onboarding, supporting, training, and mentoring francophone volunteers and group leaders  
• Maintain up-to-date volunteer records and databases. 
• Event Support 
• Support the planning and delivery of volunteer-led events or activities. 
• Help with setting up, managing logistics, and gathering feedback during events, virtual meetings, etc. 
• Evaluation and Impact 
• Help collect and analyse feedback from volunteers. 
• Contribute to impact reports or case studies showcasing volunteer contributions. 
• Administrative & General Support 
• Attend team meetings, take minutes, and follow up on action items. 
• Assist with creating and maintaining volunteer resources (e.g., guides, FAQs). 

Requirements  

• A diploma or relevant experience in a related field. 
• Familiarity with community volunteering dynamics in Canada. 
• Experience with volunteering and/or knowledge of volunteer management best practices 
• Professional proficiency in both French and English, both written and spoken. 
• Tech savvy and comfortable working in a digital world, strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel. (Experience with online platforms like Zoom, Slack, Google Suite) 
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, with an outgoing personality and a problem-solving mindset. 
• Commitment to diversity and foster an inclusive environment. 

How to Apply:

Applications should include your resume and cover letter (compiled into one PDF document) explaining why the position interests you and how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate. Compensation for this role is $28 per hour.

Please email your application to [email protected] (cover letter and CV) by April 10, 2026, and include Public Engagement Officer in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applications, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Results Canada is committed to working within an anti-racism, anti-oppression, and anti-colonial framework and our anti-oppression values can be found here. We strongly encourage applications from women, racialized people, Indigenous people, migrants, people with marginalized sexual or gender identities, and people living with disabilities. We invite candidates to share how they personally identify in their application if they wish to do so.